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Need a Digital Detox

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Explore the concept of digital detox in this TEDx talk by digital marketing guru Tania Mulry. Discover simple and effective ways to regain control over technology before it dominates your life. Learn about the impact of constant connectivity on our behavior, relationships, and brain function. Examine topics such as public device manners, cyberbullying, selfie culture, and the dangers of texting while driving. Gain insights into how technology is reshaping our expectations and physical well-being. Consider the analogy of technology to horses and reflect on developing healthier tech habits. Get practical tips for managing notifications, curating social media connections, and using airplane mode strategically. Explore the benefits of unplugging and deepening real-world connections. Conclude with a challenge to reassess your relationship with technology and implement positive changes in your digital life.

Syllabus

Intro
Story Time
Digital Detox
Digital Detox Hotel
Technology Torture
The Fastest New Gadget
craving connection
public device manners
creating moments
toddlers
Cyberbullying
Selfies
Texting and Driving
What do we expect to see
They know everything
It gets physical
Technology is changing our brains
Your time is limited
Horse analogy
Tech habits
Turn off notifications
Delete toxic people pages
Airplane mode
Stay up late
Deepening connections
Unplug
Why Buy
My Challenge

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